Later this week, Jungkook will return with his second official solo single, “3D.” The singer teased the highly anticipated version during his appearance at the Global Citizen festival, and his label quickly confirmed the news to the world that the song was on the way.
Based on the information that’s already been released about “3D,” it looks like the BTS star has found a format and formula that worked for him once, and he’s hoping to repeat the historic success he achieved with his debut offering with his second hit.
Jungkook’s label Big Hit Music describes “3D” as a hybrid of R&B and pop, which sounds similar to the style he brought to his debut solo single “Seven.” The tune debuted at No. 1 on the Hot 100 earlier this year, making Jungkook the second South Korean solo artist to top the list. The song is still charting today and in many ways was a historic win for the BTS artist.
“Seven” wasn’t just a hit in America; it was a worldwide victory. Months after its release, the song is still ranking high on the charts. Billboards global ratings. It’s clear that millions of people not only love Jungkook but also his single, so why doesn’t he give them more songs of the same type?
The similarities between “Seven” and “3D” are not limited to genre. The upcoming single features rapper Jack Harlow, and this isn’t the first time Jungkook has collaborated with this type of artist. For his previous success, the BTS star teamed up with Latto, who contributed a verse to the hit.
Both “Seven” and “3D” feature a singing Jungkook and a young American hip-hop artist. Both Latto and Harlow began their collaboration with the K-pop icon as Grammy-nominated stars in their own right, known for mixing their own blend of hip-hop with pop music. They have already made a name for themselves with both their singles and high-profile duets.
Adding a rapper like Harlow or Latto isn’t just a creative decision, especially when someone is aiming for the top of the charts like Jungkook. Including a rap verse helps the tune reach a wider audience. It already combines pop and R&B, and by adding some hip-hop in there, there’s a better chance that “3D” won’t just be an instant big hit, but one that will last. This proven move paves the way for the broader radio success that helped Seven become a smash hit.
“3D” is expected to be released on Friday, September 29th. He will almost certainly debut on Billboard charts next week, although it remains to be seen how it will fare and how fans and critics will react to this second single.